CARDIFF
ART
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 21 June
Roath Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Jude Harrington
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up. Perfect for complete beginners.
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£26      

Other Nearby Groups

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 21 June
Roath Park - 10am - 3 Hours
Cardiff Photography Group
Rachel Southard
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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£67       5 places left
Pet Portrait Art

Pet Portrait Art

Saturday 21 June
Cathays Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jennifer Lee
Come learn how to create portraits of any beloved animal companion with watercolours! In this 2 hour lesson, your watercolour tutor will teach you step by step how to recreate everything from fluffy fur texture, adorable ear shapes, glossy feathers, all the way down to the twinkle in the subject's eyes.Your tutor will also instruct you on basic animal facial features, anatomy, and tips on realism to cater to your own unique style.
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£26       5 places left
Procreate for Beginners

Procreate for Beginners

Saturday 28 June
Online Class - Zoom - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jennifer Lee
Dive into the world of digital art with Procreate, the ultimate iPad app that makes creating beautiful art a breeze! In this class, you'll learn all the essential tools and tricks, from brushes to canvases, that will help you create stunning pieces, whether you're using a stylus or the Apple Pencil. Perfect for beginners, this class will have you crafting digital masterpieces in no time!
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£26      

Watercolor Illustrations for Beginners

Watercolor Illustrations for Beginners

Saturday 05 July
Cathays Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jennifer Lee
Join us for a fun watercolor illustration class where students can express their creativity through playful techniques. Please bring your watercolor materials and any other supplies you'd like to experiment with.
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£28      
Landscape Painting Watercolour Class

Landscape Painting Watercolour Class

Saturday 19 July
Cathays Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jennifer Lee
Step into the enchanting world of landscape painting with our Landscape Painting Watercolour Class! Whether you dream of capturing nature's beauty in hyper-realistic detail or prefer to let your creativity flow with abstract interpretations, this class is for you.No need to be an expert all skill levels are welcome! Bring along your own watercolour materials and let's embark on a scenic painting journey together. Discover the joy of expressing yourself through landscapes and create your own masterpiece! Full details of this scenic adventure will be shared upon booking confirmation. Join us for an instructive and delightful landscape painting experience!
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£28      
Watercolor Techniques for Beginners

Watercolor Techniques for Beginners

Saturday 26 July
Online Class - Zoom - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jennifer Lee
Ready to take your art into the digital realm? Whether you're using an art tablet or a tablet PC, this class is your gateway to mastering digital art. From sketching to painting, we'll teach you the fundamental skills to start your creative journey on the right foot. Explore the endless possibilities of digital art and unleash your inner artist!
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£28      

Beginner's Watercolour Class

Beginner's Watercolour Class

Saturday 02 August
Cathays Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jennifer Lee
Dive into the vibrant world of watercolours with our Beginner's Watercolour Class! Unleash your creativity as we explore the magical art of watercolour painting together. Bring along your own watercolour materials and let's make a splash on paper!

Excited to get started? Full details of this colorful adventure will be shared upon booking confirmation. Don't miss out on this artistic journey!
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£28      
Realism in Watercolours

Realism in Watercolours

Saturday 16 August
Cathays Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jennifer Lee
Dive into the vibrant world of watercolours in our Realism in Watercolours art class! Unleash your creativity and learn the secrets to infusing depth and intricate details into your artwork. Whether you're a budding artist or have some experience, this 2-hour session is designed for everyone. Discover the magic of watercolours and how to harness their versatility to elevate your art, regardless of your chosen subject. Join us for an inspiring journey where your imagination knows no bounds!
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£28      
Realism in Watercolours

Realism in Watercolours

Saturday 16 August
Cathays Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jennifer Lee
Dive into the vibrant world of watercolours in our Realism in Watercolours art class! Unleash your creativity and learn the secrets to infusing depth and intricate details into your artwork. Whether you're a budding artist or have some experience, this 2-hour session is designed for everyone. Discover the magic of watercolours and how to harness their versatility to elevate your art, regardless of your chosen subject. Join us for an inspiring journey where your imagination knows no bounds!
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£28      

ABOUT CARDIFF
ART
GROUP
Come along to our meetups to improve your art in a relaxed and social atmosphere, and under the guidance of a professional instructor. Complete beginners to experienced artists all welcome.

Our 2 hour meetups are held in a different location each time, usually outdoors.

Bring your own materials which can be anything from pencils or pastels, to watercolour or oils.

If you are a complete beginner all you need to start are a couple of good drawing pencils, a rubber, and a drawing pad.

Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. The instructor is there to help everyone.

The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

Join the Facebook Group here to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.

You can also subscribe here to receive notifications of upcoming events.

Our meetups and classes are limited to a max of 12 people
REVIEWS
I thoroughly enjoyed the morning! As a complete beginner, Gemma explained concepts clearly and showed a lot of patience to the many questions we had. We will definitely be signing up on more events in the future- thank you!
5/5
Vivienne
2024-07-19
It was very enjoyable and informative. Gemma is great teacher!
5/5
Anna
2024-03-05
Good vibes, Gemma was very cognisant of skill levels and provided guidance without being overly prescriptive. I walked away having learnt quite a bit.
5/5
Gina
2024-02-02

I really enjoyed the class and as a complete beginner picked up some useful hints and tips. I would definitely be interested in coming along to other sessions.
5/5
Alison
2023-08-07
ARTISTS
Jude Harrington
Hi, I'm Jude, a Cardiff-based artist and I work in a variety of mediums, including oils, watercolours, acrylics, and pastels. I have a deep passion for painting and love creating pieces that express my emotions and thoughts. An awful lot of blood, sweat and tears (by and large metaphorical), are shed in the process! My education and training in a traditional atelier setting has laid a solid foundation in all genres, from still life to portraiture, via landscapes, seascapes and abstract.

I strive to develop my artistic style and techniques, through studio based work and plein air painting. Living in Wales, I am constantly inspired by the beautiful landscapes and rich culture that surrounds me, as does the rest of the UK, Cornwall is a favourite destination and features in my portfolio. I also accept commissions and teach from my home studio. I also offer painting sessions for children (accompanied by an adult) where they can create an abstract masterpiece whilst learning to express themselves through shape, form and colour.

Jude Harrington is available for private bookings

Tuition in my studio or outdoors, in watercolour, oil and sketching
Availibility -7 days a week, from 10 until 8pm

PHOTOS
Cardiff Art Group
2025-06-09
Title or Location: Not titled

Credit: George Amos
Facebook: George Amos Art
Tampa Art Group
2025-06-10

Cardiff Art Group
2025-06-02
Title or Location: Hiraeth r?ckenfigur.
Oil on board, 60cmX30cm. This was done after a small heavily cropped passage of a photograph taken of my granddaughter on Penarth pierThe R?ckenfigur (literally "back-figure") is a compositional device in painting, graphic art, photography, and film, used to inspire a variety of emotions. Here it suggested a feeling of hiraeth for me.
Credit: Rob Edwards
Tampa Art Group
2025-06-10
Cardiff Art Group
2025-05-26
Title or Location: There is talk of a strike
This is a memory of mine from when I was a young girl growing up in a mining family and community in the 1950/1960s ,, I remember my Father and Grandfather walking down the street , and my Mother and her friend watching the scene ,with my baby brother wrapped in a shawl as was her friends and they discussing why the miners were home so early , I was playing in the street with my eldest brother and my friends .I am a 71 year old lady and self taught , I began painting just over 9 years ago ,
Credit: Mags keane

Honolulu Art Group
2025-06-03
Cardiff Art Group
2025-05-14
Title or Location: Bosley
Acrylics on canvas 10 x 10.Bosely the fun-loving, mischievous but loving, clever but loving cocker spaniel. I?ve been drawing most of my life but in recent years my dexterity has become very restricted. However, I get so much from painting and drawing, that I have adopted new styles and techniques that have launched new creativity so my message is don?t give up - there is a way!! K
Credit: Kev White
Facebook: Kev White
Tucson Art Group
2025-05-21

Cardiff Art Group
2025-04-23
Title or Location: The majestic guardian
I?ve been on a discovery of art for 2 years. I painted a lion which wasn?t very good so I want to see if I had improved. I?m happy with the results but I feel there?s always room for improvement. This lion is in soft pastel A4 size
Credit: Portraits by Alyson Allen
Facebook: Alyson Allen
Instagram: Portraits by Alyson Allen
Adelaide Art Group
2025-05-21
Cardiff Art Group
2025-04-11
Title or Location: Dwayne Johnson in Person
The piece is my attempt to share the magic of pencil and the love for details and realism
Credit: Lagbajax
Instagram: @lagbajax

Adelaide Art Group
2025-05-21
Exeter Art Group
2025-06-12
Title or Location: Finding Peace
The location is Budleigh Salterton, Devon, UK.Combination of three different images: the sea, the boat, and the pebbles. The pebbles on the beach typically look uniformly grey. However, for this painting and a series of similar ones, I've exaggerated the colour saturation of the pebbles and super-imposed as the foreground for contrast against the background and middle-ground. "Finding Peace" for those struggling with mental illness impacting their lives.
Credit: Gary Cregan
Facebook: @Gary Cregan
Adelaide Art Group
2025-05-20

Southampton Art Group
2025-06-11
Title or Location: Polly
This is a portrait of my daughter?s ragdoll Polly. My daughter grew up and left home and Polly sat for many years waiting patiently for her return. Grandchildren have now arrived and Polly is once again a part of the family.30 x 24 cm oil on panel
Credit: Lian Fry
Instagram: Instagram.com/lianfryart
Knoxville Art Group
2025-05-20
Glasgow Art Group
2025-06-11
Title or Location: Bird
I made this for a lovely friends daughter who had to move from her flat in Edinburgh as the landlord was selling up . It didn?t really give her long to get something else especially in Edinburgh so she moved out the city to a house she could afford . She has a disabled son who she shares the responsibility of looking after with her ex partner. So she had to really start again , so I said I would make her a welcome sign with birds on it as she?s also a DJ in Edinburgh who goes by the name of Bird
Credit: Alison Mcleary Maxwell

Knoxville Art Group
2025-05-12
Las Vegas Art Group
2025-06-11
Title or Location: Majestic Spirit
I was interested in challenging my hand at painting a subject with fine detail. I wanted to capture the strength and resilience I saw in this image. I also wanted to combine my love of nature with my love of artistic expression.
Credit: Wanda Mayers
Brisbane Art Group
2025-05-12

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